Earlier this year, a moment at a Coldplay concert sparked a controversy that asks exactly that question. During a live crowd shot segment, the camera being shown to the audience...
Music and arts festivals and other cultural events have exploded in popularity over the last few decades, ranging from massive multi-day events like Coachella, Lollapalooza, and...
What if a song that sounds exactly like you—your voice, your phrasing, your inflection—went viral overnight… but you never recorded it? With the rise of AI-generated...
Awards season is in full swing and the 67th annual Grammy Awards will take place February 2, 2025, in Los Angeles. Widely known as “Music’s biggest...
Introduction Despite rising inflation, astronomical prices, and hidden fees, concert goers continue to purchase tickets and fill arenas. In 2023, concertgoers seemed more motivated than ever...
Are you a performing artist or thinking about hiring a musician? Consider formalizing your booking arrangements with a live performance agreement. Below are some issues and...
INTRODUCTION Are you in a band or thinking about starting one? Consider formalizing the arrangement with your fellow musicians by creating a band member agreement. WHAT’S...
AN INTERVIEW WITH SYNC AGENT AND MUSIC SUPERVISOR RYAN GAINES Recently I had a conversation with my friend and colleague Ryan Gaines. Ryan is the owner...
Introduction When a listener streams a song one time, how much does the artist get paid? The short answer: it depends. As a musician, you can...
